Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

Industrial-organizational (I-O) psychologists are psychologists who apply principles of psychology to the workplace. In the healthcare industry, I-O psychologists may work in hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare settings to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of healthcare organizations. They may also work in research or consulting roles, studying topics related to healthcare and applying their findings to improve the healthcare system.

I-O psychologists in healthcare may be involved in a variety of activities, such as:

Conducting research to understand how healthcare organizations can be more effective and efficient

Developing and implementing training programs for healthcare professionals

Conducting performance evaluations to assess the effectiveness of healthcare professionals

Developing and implementing policies and procedures to improve the quality of healthcare

Conducting needs assessments to identify areas for improvement in healthcare organizations

Providing consulting services to healthcare organizations to help them address challenges and improve their operations

I-O psychologists may also be involved in the development of new healthcare technologies, such as electronic medical records systems or telemedicine platforms.